Learning Specialist

Faculty / Full-Time

Gould Academy, Bethel, ME

The Learning Specialist is a highly motivated educator who provides small group support for neurodivergent thinkers. The candidate will have a holistic approach to working with students and be an effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills. The primary responsibility of a Learning Specialist will be to work with a small group of neurodivergent students to provide academic, emotional, and social support. The teacher is crucial in fostering a student-driven community and learning environment characterized by resilience, respect, inclusivity, and a sense of belonging. Adolescents are empowered with agency, supported within a structured framework, and guided through mentorship to thrive and grow.

 Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • teaching  5 sections
  • advising up to 6-8 students
  • leading  or co-leading an athletic team or a co-curricular 2 of 3 seasons
  • supporting community life duties

Essential Qualities of Employment

  • Team Building and Culture Shaping Mindset
  • Ethical and Responsible Decision Making
  • Effective and Culturally Responsive Communication
  • Collaborative Framework for Innovation and Results

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

Instructional Role

  • Teaches and guides students in executive functioning, self-advocacy, study skills, strategies, and individual skills as determined by the learning profile. 
  • Develops individualized learning plans. 
  • Commit to cultivating professional environments that respect cultural needs and embrace diverse viewpoints, experiences, and requirements.
  • Communicates regularly with parents, teachers, and students to design and implement a plan to promote the students’ educational and social development. 
  • Develops long-range student goals that are aligned with best practices and the values and mission of Gould.
  • Reports to the ASP Director any ideas/complex situations supporting collaboration with and support of faculty and student experience. 

 

 

 

 

Gould Academy

Bethel, ME
Middle School, High School, Post Graduate
Day, Boarding
All Gender